2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 523 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1404 mm |
